Asian American/ Pacific Islander History Scavenger Hunt

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Join us from May 1st - 31st at the Fern Hill, Kobetich, Main, Moore, Mottet, South Tacoma, Swasey, and Wheelock branches for a fun kid's scavenger hunt.  Learn more about Asian American, Nat......More

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Join us from May 1st - 31st at the Fern Hill, Kobetich, Main, Moore, Mottet, South Tacoma, Swasey, and Wheelock branches for a fun kid's scavenger hunt.  Learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage, find hidden images around the library, and create a great craft!

Wheelock Book Club

Join the Wheelock Book Club for a discussion of All Systems Red by Martha Wells. About the book: A murderous android discovers itself in a tense science fiction adventure by Martha Wells that interrogates the roots of consciousness through Artificial intelligence. In......More

Join the Wheelock Book Club for a discussion of All Systems Red by Martha Wells. About the book: A murderous android discovers itself in a tense science fiction adventure by Martha Wells that interrogates the roots of consciousness through Artificial intelligence. In a corporate-dominated spacefaring future, planetary missions must be approved and supplied by the Company. Exploratory teams are accompanied by Company-supplied security androids. But in a society where contracts are awarded to the lowest bidder safety isn't a primary concern. Copies of All Systems Red are available in multiple formats. Please call the library for assistance with locating or reserving a copy, 253-280-2800. Copies are also available at Wheelock while they last.

Wisdom Cafe

Seniors - join us for conversation and camaraderie as we discuss universal topics about life, fulfillment, and aging at this monthly program. All are welcome!

Bloodworks Northwest

Donors needed! Tacoma public library and Bloodworks northwest are hosting a 2025 blood drive. Donating blood helps patients with treatments, procedures and surgeries. Visit bloodworksnw.org/giveblood or scan the QR code to book your one hour appointment. Photo ID a......More

Donors needed! Tacoma public library and Bloodworks northwest are hosting a 2025 blood drive. Donating blood helps patients with treatments, procedures and surgeries. Visit bloodworksnw.org/giveblood or scan the QR code to book your one hour appointment. Photo ID and appointments required. No one under the age of 16 permitted on site. All donations go to patients in the PNW.

Kid Program Kits: Craftopia Flower Wreaths

Craftopia is partnering with Tacoma Public Library to provide fun and free crafts for kids! Visit any of our branches starting Friday, May 10th to pick up a kit while supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Program kits are a fun wa......More

Craftopia is partnering with Tacoma Public Library to provide fun and free crafts for kids! Visit any of our branches starting Friday, May 10th to pick up a kit while supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Program kits are a fun way to bring our arts and crafts activities home with you. There is no live program element to program kits —take one home and let it spark your creativity!

Asian American/ Pacific Islander History Scavenger Hunt

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Join us from May 1st - 31st at the Fern Hill, Kobetich, Main, Moore, Mottet, South Tacoma, Swasey, and Wheelock branches for a fun kid's scavenger hunt.  Learn more about Asian American, Nat......More

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Join us from May 1st - 31st at the Fern Hill, Kobetich, Main, Moore, Mottet, South Tacoma, Swasey, and Wheelock branches for a fun kid's scavenger hunt.  Learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage, find hidden images around the library, and create a great craft!

Kid Program Kits: Craftopia Woven Butterflies

Craftopia is partnering with Tacoma Public Library to provide fun and free crafts for kids! Visit any of our branches starting Friday, May 17th to pick up a kit while supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Program kits are a fun wa......More

Craftopia is partnering with Tacoma Public Library to provide fun and free crafts for kids! Visit any of our branches starting Friday, May 17th to pick up a kit while supplies last. Ages 3 and up. Program kits are a fun way to bring our arts and crafts activities home with you. There is no live program element to program kits —take one home and let it spark your creativity!

Studio and Storytime with Tacoma Art Museum

Join TPL and TAM for Studio + Storytime held at Tacoma Art Museum! Studio + Storytime begins with a reading of a storybook, exploring some art in TAM's galleries, and then a hands-on art project in TAM's studio classroom! Geared towards kids ages 2-8 This month we ......More

Join TPL and TAM for Studio + Storytime held at Tacoma Art Museum! Studio + Storytime begins with a reading of a storybook, exploring some art in TAM's galleries, and then a hands-on art project in TAM's studio classroom! Geared towards kids ages 2-8 This month we will be celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and reading: The Perfect Sushi Please note: Classroom space is limited, if the space is full the activity and book of the month will be available at TAM Studio on the first floor. **REGISTRATION IS NOT REQUIRED - REGISTER IF YOU'D LIKE TO RECEIVE A REMINDER EMAIL**

Asian American/ Pacific Islander History Scavenger Hunt

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Join us from May 1st - 31st at the Fern Hill, Kobetich, Main, Moore, Mottet, South Tacoma, Swasey, and Wheelock branches for a fun kid's scavenger hunt.  Learn more about Asian American, Nat......More

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Join us from May 1st - 31st at the Fern Hill, Kobetich, Main, Moore, Mottet, South Tacoma, Swasey, and Wheelock branches for a fun kid's scavenger hunt.  Learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage, find hidden images around the library, and create a great craft!

All Branches Closed

All Tacoma Public Library branches will be closed on Saturday, May 24 in observance of Memorial Day.